Leadless Pacemaker

A Leadless Pacemaker is a next-generation cardiac pacing device that helps regulate abnormal heart rhythms without the use of traditional wires (leads) or a surgical pocket under the skin. The device is extremely small—about the size of a large capsule—and is implanted directly inside the heart through a minimally invasive procedure.

Who Needs a Leadless Pacemaker?

A leadless pacemaker may be recommended for patients who:

• Have a slow heart rate (bradycardia)

• Require single-chamber ventricular pacing

• Have high risk of infection from traditional pacemakers

• Have limited or blocked veins

• Prefer a minimally invasive pacing option

How Is a Leadless Pacemaker Implanted?

1. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia

2. The device is delivered through a catheter inserted via a vein in the leg

3. The pacemaker is positioned directly inside the right ventricle

4. The device is secured and tested for proper function

The procedure typically takes less than 1 hour.

Benefits of a Leadless Pacemaker

• No leads or chest incision

• Lower risk of infection

• No visible device or scarring

• Faster recovery and minimal discomfort

• Improved patient comfort and mobility